I can always connect to my neighbors wireless, but not always connect to my own, why???? I have a linksys WR160 router. 1 time out of about 25 times, I can connect at home. I'm sure it's a setting on the router, but I've tried linksys chat, and they did not resolve the issue. As a matter of fact, I'm using a neighbors router now. I can see my router, the have all the bars as far as connect. my neighbors strength is 2 bars, but it's working... This is the second linksys router I've tried in 2 weeks, and the tech geeks at the local electronics store convinced me that linksys was the best. What's up?

and try to conenct router make shure is not same ip from modem
192.168.0.1

To configure the D-Link router, you will next need to open a web browser and type http://www.192.168.0.1
You should see the administration screen of the D-link router. type in admin and leave the password filed blank.
A setup wizard should appear, prompting you to first change the router’s password. Pick something you can remember.
You will next have to setup a time zone, you will then be given option as to how the router will handle IP address on the network. Most users will opt for the Dynamic option, which means the router will act as a DHCP server and supply all computers on the network with an IP address. If you select DHCP, you will need to Clone the IP address of the machine your ISP has already had contact with. For instance, if your ISP has been giving IP address to a certain computer before you put the router between them, you will need to clone the MAC address of that machine.

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Easiest thing to do, Change the password to your router. Once this is done, it will prevent your neighbor from any further access to your router and of course prevent internet access. Most all routers are simply a local web address for access. Example: 192.168.1.1 typed inside a browser address pane will take you inside the router. Check your router for setup procedures.

Frequent wireless disconnection can be caused by different factors such as:

Wireless interference within the network.

Wireless settings of the Linksys router are still set to default.

Firmware is corrupted.

a-2.4 GHz interference: Your router may be operating on
the same frequency as your cordless telephone system (or even your
neighbors'), or other nearby equipment. Try to change your router's
channel to 1 or 11 (the default channel is 6) and restart the wireless
computers.b-Physical obstructions: Your router or wireless
computers may be losing connectivity because of physical obstacles such
as walls and floors. Try to move the equipment to different locations to
find a better link.

Placement of the router: Linksys suggests that
you place your router as high off the ground as possible. When placing
the router in a high location, leave a distance of two feet between the
router antenna tips, ceiling, and wall. If your signal passes through
multiple floors, place the router on the upper-most floor, and high up
in the room.

Surroundings: Keep the router away from large
metal objects, bodies of water (fish tanks, bathrooms), and any
electrical equipment including television sets, microwaves, radios,
etc.

Customizing Wireless Settings of the Router
Having default wireless settings on the Linksys router may cause
conflict with other Linksys routers within your network range. We
suggest changing the SSID (network name) and the Wireless Channel of your router. Also, if it is possible, enable the Wireless Security of your router.
1)To change the router's SSID or the wireless network's name, click here.
2)To change the router's channel, click here.
3)To enable the wireless security on the router, click here.NOTE: If the wireless connection remains unstable
after performing the steps above, it could mean that your firmware is
corrupted. For instructions to reload or upgrade firmware, click here.

I think is better to configure your router again, so you can set the router to keep alive every time.

There are many causes for poor wireless connections, and many solutions:

First
of all, give your network a unique SSID. Do not use "linksys". If you
are using "linksys" you may be trying to connect to your neighbor's
router. Also set "SSID Broadcast" to "enabled". This will help your
computer find and lock on to your router's signal.

Poor wireless
connections are often caused by radio interference from other 2.4 GHz
devices. This includes wireless phones, wireless baby monitors,
microwave ovens, wireless mice and keyboards, wireless speakers, and
your neighbor's wireless network. In rare cases, Bluetooth devices can
interfere. Even some 5+ GHz phones also use the 2.4 Ghz band. Unplug
these devices, and see if that corrects your problem.

In your
router, try a different channel. There are 11 channels in the 2.4 GHz
band. Usually channel 1, 6, or 11 works best. Check out your neighbors,
and see what channel they are using. Because the channels overlap one
another, try to stay at least +5 or -5 channels from your strongest
neighbors. For example, if you have a strong neighbor on channel 9, try
any channel 1 through 4.

Also, try to locate the router about 4
to 6 feet above the floor, in an open area. Do not locate it behind
your monitor or near other computer equipment or speakers. The antenna
should be vertical.

Also, in the computer, go to your wireless
software, and go to "Preferred Networks" (sometimes called "Profiles" ).
There are probably a few networks listed. Delete any network named
"linksys". Also delete any network that you do not recognize, or that
you no longer use. If your current network is not listed, enter its info
(SSID, encryption (if any), and key (if any) ). Then select your
current network and make it your default network, and set it to
automatic login. You may need to go to "settings" to do this, or you may
need to right click on your network and select "Properties" or
"settings".

If the above does not fix your problem, download and install the latest driver for your wireless card.

Some users have reported improved wireless performance by switching to WPA encryption.

If
you still have trouble, download and install the latest firmware for
your router. After a firmware upgrade, you must reset the router to
factory defaults, then setup the router again from scratch. If you saved
a router configuration file, DO NOT use it.

It is recommended that after upgrading the firmware of the router, you should reset the router and reconfigure the router.But once u reset the router, it will come back to the factory default settings and u will need to reconfigure the router.Click Here for step by step by instructions

Make sure that your wireless is not secure or you are entering the right password. Also check to see what channel that your wireless is set on and compare that to your neighbors around you. If you and your neighbor have the same channel number set that is your problem. Your neighbor is over powering your own router.

Intermittent Connectivity:NOTE: Before following the steps in this article, check if your wireless computers have stable connection when connected to other wireless networks (hotspots).
This article assumes that all wireless computers are experiencing intermittent wireless connection with the Linksys router.
Frequent wireless disconnection can be caused by different factors such as:

Wireless interference within the network.

Wireless settings of the Linksys router are still set to default.

Firmware is corrupted.

Reducing Wireless Interference
If you are experiencing frequent disconnection from the wireless network, it helps if you check the following factors, all of which can greatly affect your wireless signals:
your cordless telephone system (or even your neighbors’), or other nearby equipment. Try to change your router’s channel to 1 or 11 (the default channel is 6) and restart the wireless computers.Physical obstructions: Your router or wireless computers may be losing connectivity because of physical obstacles such as walls and floors. Try to move the equipment to different locations to find a better link.

Placement of the router: Linksys suggests that you place your router as high off the ground as possible. When placing the router in a high location, leave a distance of two feet between the router antenna tips, ceiling, and wall. If your signal passes through multiple floors, place the router on the upper-most floor, and high up in the room.

Surroundings: Keep the router away from large metal objects, bodies of water (fish tanks, bathrooms), and any electrical equipment including television sets, microwaves, radios, etc.

Customizing Wireless Settings of the Router
Having default wireless settings on the Linksys router may cause conflict with other Linksys routers within your network range. Linksys suggests changing the SSID (network name) and the Wireless Channel of your router. Also, if it is possible, enable the Wireless Security of your router.
To change the router’s SSID or the wireless network’s name, click here.To change the router’s channel, click here.To enable the wireless security on the router, click here.NOTE: If the wireless connection remains unstable after performing the steps above, upgrade the router’s firmware. For instructions, click here

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